The Abee Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Abee Family Tree

It is important to remember that there is no single Abee family tree, as last names were assigned to people for various reasons. We are often asked, How can I distinguish my Abee ancestor from others of the same name? and you might be surprised at the answer.

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Abee Genealogy

Keep an open mind when searching through Abee records. Years ago many people were unable to read and write, thus a given ancestor's name could be spelled in a variety of ways depending on who recorded it. If you want to know How can I find information on Abee ancestors born in the twentieth century?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Abee

Vital records are essential for family history research because they were typically created at or near the time of the event, making the record more reliable. There are currently matching Abee records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Abee family history resource today.

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Origins of the Abee Surname

There are no clear, concise answers to why or how one of your Abee ancestors took on the surname. It may have been based on their occupation or a distinguising physical trait. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

Abee DNA Projects

Don't believe the hype! When DNA testing was first made available for genealogical purposes, some companies boasted how it could solve all your Abee family tree mysteries. DNA testing can be a useful tool, when applied properly to a given research issue. If you're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Abee research, read "Utilizing DNA in Family History Research".

Abee Family History

Every family has a different history, and every document you discover about your Abee ancestors will help paint a picture that can be shared with your relatives. Whether you are a beginner or expert genealogists, knowing How do I find my Abee family history on the Internet? is always useful.

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Networking with Abee Researchers

One of the best ways to solve a genealogy problem is by enlisting the help of others through a message board query that is open to the public, allowing you to cast a wide net that can be accessed by anyone, around the world and around the clock --- at the same time, because it is a public forum, you will want to exercise caution in posting personal information or information about living persons. The article "The Art of Posting Queries" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Abee queries.

Abee Achievements & Celebrities

Did you know that Abee was the 25873rd most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?

Web Sites & Blogs with Abee Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Abee, contact the folks at ProGenealogists for a free research estimate. You may also find it helpful to read, "When, Why and How to Hire a Professional Genealogist."

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Upcoming Abee Family Reunions

Family reunions are an ideal time interview older relatives and other Abee family members; you may want to consider a roundtable where you can gather different groups together at different times such as siblings to discuss their parents and childhood memories, cousins, aunts and uncles to discuss the grandparent generation, etc. - the collective memory and stimulus of shared experience can yield considerable information. The article "A Great Way to Unite a Newly-Found Family" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Abee reunion.

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